quick-and-dirty

  1. Adjective.  (idiomatic) Done or constructed in a hasty, approximate, temporarily adequate manner, but not exact, fully formed, or reliable for a long period of time.
  2. Adjective.  (computing) Of or pertaining to the creation or repair of software or hardware in a manner which permits operation within a brief period of time, although with compromised functionality or reliability.
  3. Noun.  (US, slang) An inexpensive, inelegant eatery; a greasy spoon.
  4. Noun.  (idiomatic) A quick, temporary fix, estimate, or the like.

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